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Toyota’s 2.5 Workhorse: What Goes Wrong on the 2KD-FTV
What fails on Toyota’s 2.5-litre 2KD-FTV diesel, how it compares with the 1KD, and the checks that matter before you buy a used Hiace, Hilux or Innova.
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Trucks & 4x4s
Toyota’s 2.5 Workhorse: What Goes Wrong on the 2KD-FTV
What fails on Toyota’s 2.5-litre 2KD-FTV diesel, how it compares with the 1KD, and the checks that matter before you…
The 1KD-FTV’s Weak Spots, and How to Buy One That Won’t Bite
What actually fails on Toyota’s 1KD-FTV diesel, why it fails, and the checks that separate a good used Prado or…
2026 F-150 vs Silverado 1500 vs Ram 1500: America’s Big Three Compared
F-150 vs Silverado vs Ram 1500 compared on towing, engines, comfort, and value. The definitive 2026 guide to America’s three…
Buying Guides
Which Toyota Diesel Is in Your Prado or Hilux, and Should You Trust It?
A plain guide to Toyota diesel engines: the KD and GD families, the Land Cruiser diesels, and how to tell…
The Cars Hiding in Plain Sight Under a Different Badge
Ever notice two cars that look nearly identical? Here’s why the same car, different name pops up across US car…
How to Buy a Used Car Without Getting Burned
Our complete guide to buying a used car in 2026 covers where to buy, true ownership costs, inspections, scams, and…
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